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CMS GUIDE Program + UNT Health Clinical Practice Group


 

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UNT Health Caregiver Resources

Caregiver Access to Resources, Education & Support (Dementia CARES)

When: Wednesdays, April 1 - May 6, 2026.

Time: 10:30-11:30 (morning) or 4:00-5:00 (afternoon)

This is a FREE 6-week caregiver education and support program for those caring for someone with dementia. Each week of the program focuses on a different topic, including:

  • Behavioral Changes
  • How to Ask for Help
  • Communication Skills
  • Community Resources
  • Dementia Live
  • Caring for the Caregiver

To register or receive more information, contact Jane Oderberg, LMSW at Jane.Oderberg@unthealth.edu.

UNT Health Center for Older Adults Virtual Caregiver Support Group

2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 12:00 PM

Open to all caregivers

No registration is needed. Simply open your Zoom browser, click the Join button, and enter 941-678-1088.

For more information, contact Jane Oderberg, LMSW at Jane.Oderberg@unthealth.edu or call 817-735-0660.

UNT Health Brain Health Study for Caregivers

The Self-Management Program for Brain Health will support participants to make lifestyle changes that will promote brain health and cognitive functioning. A combination of health coaching, targeted assessment with feedback, and education will be used to provide a personalized approach to addressing brain function and health, empowering participants to self-manage their participation. This study is for caregivers or individuals who do not have a dementia diagnosis.

Find out more here!

 

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Senior Source Virtual Support Groups

All In Spousal Support Group – Virtual

3rd Tuesday of every month 11:30am – 1:00pm

RSVP to the Caregiver Support Program at https://tfaforms.com/5061610

Adult Children & Non-Spouse Support Group – Virtual

3rd Tuesday of every month

6:00pm – 7:30pm

Register by emailing to CSP@theseniorsource.org or calling 469-507-2455

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Alzheimer's Association Resources

Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group

Every 3rd Monday of the month

12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.

Register at 800-272-3900

 

 

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James L. West Events & Resources

Virtual Support Group

Wednesdays from 1 to 2 p.m.

To receive weekly reminders, email hglover@jameslwest.org

Join the support group on Zoom

Saturday Online Support Group

2nd Saturday of the month, 10:30 a.m. to noon 

To receive reminders, email hlowe@jameslwest.org

Click here to register

 

Alzheimer's & Dementia Family Caregiver Training - Online

Meet on Mondays at 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

March 9 to April 13, 2026

Register: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=oV_THwm_Ak-7j6Ladml4WhYlRqDxofBNjV6-xntk7fRUOTRMTVE5SVNFMEpYUkRWN0NMNUlHMUpCUS4u

Know It Before You Need It

April 23, 2026 at 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

River Crest Country Club

In-Person Grief Support Group

First Friday of each month

9 to 10:30 a.m.

To Join: Email hlowe@jameslwest.org

Friday In-Person Support Group

Fridays, 11 a.m. to noon 

1111 Summit Ave., Fort Worth

To receive weekly reminders, email hglover@jameslwest.org

Understanding Parkinson's & Lewy Body Dementia

April 16 at  11:30 am to 12:30 pm CST
Online

Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson’s Disease Dementia share many symptoms, but they also have important differences. Learn how these conditions affect thinking, movement, sleep, and behavior, and why they can be difficult to diagnose. We will also discuss common symptoms along with practical tips to help care partners respond with understanding and support.  Free 1 hour CE credit.


Register

Stress-Busting For Family Caregivers

Meets online every Monday from April 20 to June 22 (except May 25)
11:30 am to 1 pm

The Stress-Busting™ program is a nine-week proven to help Alzheimer’s and dementia care partners through their journey. The Stress Busting program teaches:

  • Stress Management Techniques,
  • Relaxation and Coping Strategies
  • Problem Solving and Support.

Register

More James L. West Resources

 

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Additional North Texas Resources

Musical Memory Singers

Pantego Lions Club

3535 Marathon St.

Pantego, TX, 76013

 

Every Thursday

12:30 to 1 p.m.: Social Time

1 to 2 p.m.: Joyful Singing

Being Patient Live Talks

Ask Teepa Anything: An Expert on Dementia Caregiving

Thursday, April 16th at 1 pm

An interactive session where you can ask her questions about caregiving and more in real-time. 

https://www.facebook.com/beingpatientalzheimers

 

 

 

 

 

Location

855 Montgomery St.
 4th Floor
Fort Worth, Texas 76107

Clinic hours

Monday to Friday
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Appointments

Give us a call at 817-735-5900 to schedule an appointment, or click here to schedule online.